Alliance Francaise de Singapour
Singapore is one of the most interesting places on the planet. With a thriving urban lifestyle that is one of the truly metropolitan places in the world, there are always plenty of things to do for visitors. It’s one of the places that’s always had a great blend of innovation and tradition in the cultural forms, but in recent years, has become something of a tourists’ haven. The art in Singapore has become very international in style and sensibility, and it’s an exciting place to see new work. Nightlife is truly spectacular in Singapore. Restaurant culture is also very much alive and well, and when you eat here, you start to recognize that it’s history as a port town is very much evident in the variety of cuisines.
Our restaurants are selected from the best of the best, so that you’ll have a chance to sample and savor the best in international and local fare. After a wonderful meal in our spectacular restaurants, it’s a perfect time to see Singapore, and one of the best ways to know a place is through its art. One of the most interesting places to see Singapore in its intercultural best is at the Alliance Francaise de Singapour. This organization began as a French language school in the late 1940s, and was actually closer to a social club. Over the years, it went through many incarnations, and kept growing and evolving.
Today, it is still a language school, but a whole lot more. Every year they jury a show for new French and Singapore artists, and have some amazing exhibitions all year long. It’s not always about showcasing French and Singapore works, but the themes are always transcultural, and the art is exquisite. Another draw here is a cinema club, where visitors can see French films subtitled in English. It’s a fascinating way to spend an evening, and a social club that continues to serve many functions.
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